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SUMMARY:Story time at The Hub!
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center for an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nWhere: \nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\n7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nWhen: \nTuesdays from 10:30–11:15 a.m. \nFor more information\, contact Nicole Banner at nicole@tryingtogether.org. \nShare our flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/storytime-at-the-hub-2023/2024-02-20/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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SUMMARY:Fathers Trying Together (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a father or caregiver in a child’s life? Do you have barriers that are affecting your family’s or child/ children’s life\, and would like to learn about skills/ resources to overcome those challenges\, like financial literacy\, legal issues\, or parenting? Join us for group discussions with peers who are fellow fathers/caregivers to discuss a variety of topics to reach solutions. \nTo receive the event link\, please complete our online registration form. During registration\, you will be asked to select from a list of  session dates. Please select all session dates that you wish to attend. \nEvent Details\n\nThird Tuesday of Every Month\n11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.\n\nLocation\n\nVirtual (https://bit.ly/FathersTryingTogetherVirtual)\n\nLearn More\nFor more information\, contact The Homewood Hub & Family Center at 412.545.5039. Learn more about the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center on the Trying Together website. \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/fathers-trying-together-virtual/2024-02-20/
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2024-02-20/
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime at The Hub & Family Center
DESCRIPTION:Does your family need a new space to play? Are your children tired of playing at home\, but it’s getting too cold to go outside or to the park? \nJoin The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center for drop-in playtime hours! The Hub & Family Center’s play space will be open for families to “drop-in” and play with new toys\, read new books\, and more! \nWhen: Weekly on Wednesdays | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. \nWhere: The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15208 \n*Please note that parents/caregivers must remain with their children during drop-in hours. Drop-in hours are not staff led activities and/or programming\, but staff will be on-site and able to answer any larger questions about community resources\, Hub & Family Center services\, and more!
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime-at-the-hub-family-center/2024-02-21/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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SUMMARY:Rise Together
DESCRIPTION:Need a family fun Friday night? Join families at The Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center for a night of fun-filled games and activities. Parents and caregivers can explore ways to interact with their children to promote growth through play. \nRise Together takes place on the Fourth Friday of each month from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center (7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15208). \nLearn More\nFor more information\, contact Nicole Banner at 412.540.5970 or nicole@tryingtogether.org. \nShare this flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/rise-together-fall2019-2019-10-25-2023-10-27/2024-02-23/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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SUMMARY:All In Allegheny: County Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato’s Administration is seeking input from residents about their priorities and what they want from the county government. \nJoin Trying Together Executive Director Cara Ciminillo – the All in Allegheny Robust Education\, Workforce Development\, and Youth Investments Committee co-chair – and County Executive Innamorato to share your priorities directly with County leaders. The upcoming County Conversations are an opportunity to meet with County leadership and discuss issues that matter most to you and your community. Free food\, music\, and child care will be provided. Follow the links below to register! \nWilkinsburg\n\nWednesday\, 2/07 |  5 – 8:30 pm\nHosanna House\, 807 Wallace Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15221\nRegister\n\nVirtual Event\n\nThursday\, 2/15 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.\nRegister\n\nPittsburgh\n\nSaturday\, 2/24 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.\nCCAC Allegheny Campus\, 808 Ridge Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15212\nRegister\n\nMon Valley\n\n Thursday\, 2/29 | 5 – 8:30 p.m.\nMcKeesport Palisades Event Center\, 501 Water St\, McKeesport\, PA 15132\nRegister
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/all-in-allegheny-county-conversations/2024-02-24/
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SUMMARY:American Red Cross First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, CPR\, and AED Training
DESCRIPTION:Trying Together and ELRC Region 5 are partnering to provide First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)\, and automated external defibrillator (AED) training. \nThis course emphasizes hands-on learning and provides life-saving skills in alliance with The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs. \nCertification will be issued upon successful completion of the course. This certification is valid for two years. \nSession Details\n\nFriday\, January 12\, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nWestern Allegheny Community Library\, Event Room\, 181 Bateman Road\, Oakdale\, PA 15071\nRegister\nSunday\, February 25\, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nTrying Together Training Room\, 5604 Solway Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15217\nRegister\n\nLearn More\nThe cost for this course is $36. \nThis course is PQAS certified and must be paid for in full before registrants can participate. Registered individuals will receive additional course information prior to the start of the course. Please make sure to read all information before the start of the course. \nFor questions about the sessions\, contact Holly Cessna at holly.cessna@alleghenycounty.us. For credit questions\, contact Paige Kizior at paige@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/american-red-cross-first-aid-pediatric-first-aid-cpr-and-aed-training-3/2024-02-25/
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SUMMARY:American Red Cross First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, CPR\, and AED Training
DESCRIPTION:Trying Together and ELRC Region 5 are partnering to provide First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)\, and automated external defibrillator (AED) training. \nThis single course emphasizes hands-on learning and provides life-saving skills in alliance with The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs. \nCertification will be issued upon successful completion of the course. This certification is valid for two years. \nPLEASE NOTE: Successful course completion requires full participation in classroom and skill sessions\, as well as successful performance in skill and knowledge evaluations.  \nParticipants will be conducting strenuous activities\, such as performing CPR on the floor. If you have a medical condition or disability that will prevent you from taking part in the skills practice sessions\, please let your instructor know so that accommodations can be made for the practice portion. The CPR and AED evaluations must be completed with the manikin on the ground. \nSession Details\nFebruary 25 | 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nLocation: \nTrying Together\, Training Room\n5604 Solway Street\nPittsburgh\, PA 15217 \nRegistration: Register \nLearn More\nThe cost for this course is $38. \nThis course is PQAS certified and must be paid for in full before registrants can participate. Registered individuals will receive additional course information prior to the start of the course. Please make sure to read all information before the start of the course. \nFor questions about the sessions\, contact Holly Cessna at holly.cessna@alleghenycounty.us. For credit questions\, contact Paige Kizior at paige@tryingtogether.org.
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SUMMARY:NAEYC 2024 Public Policy Forum
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with our friends at the Division for Early Childhood of the Council for Exceptional Children\, NAEYC has crafted an agenda designed to engage\, educate\, support\, empower\, and inspire you\, with opportunities for engaging chats\, live Q&A\, and extensive\, exceptional content. \nEvent Details\nSunday\, February 25 | 1 – 5 p.m.\n\nFinding My People: Educators Share Their Journeys as Advocates and Leaders\nHow to Talk to Today’s Congress: A Conversation with National Policy Leaders and Current Hill Staffers\nMaking Progress and Creating Momentum: Celebrating and Discussing ECE State Policy Wins\nPLUS! Concurrent sessions will include updates on the Unifying Framework and work from the Commission on Professional Excellence; a deep-dive on credit for prior learning; and strategies for advocates and educators navigating harmful deregulatory efforts.\n\nMonday\, February 26 | 1 – 5 p.m.\n\nConversations on the Inclusion of Children with Disabilities in Early Childhood Programs\, featuring educators and leaders\, as well as:\n\nKatie Hamm\, Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Office of Early Childhood Development\, Department of Health and Human Services;\nSwati Adarkar\, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Early Education\, Department of Education; and\nGlenna Wright-Gallo\, Assistant Secretary\, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services\, Department of Education\n\n\nMake A Circle: Sneak Peak Clips of the Upcoming Film on the ECE Workforce\, and Discussion with Filmmakers and Participants\nPlus! Concurrent sessions will include an overview of the Administration’s Executive Order on care; a deep-dive on what educators and advocates need to know about ACF’s proposed child care regulations; and an exploration of opportunities in the implementation of the CHIPS Act child care requirements.\n\nRegistration closes Sunday\, February 18\, so do not wait\, register today! \nMore Details\nAccess to a library of timely and relevant resources\, talking points\, opportunities to share your stories\, and many additional recordings\, presentations\, and webinars designed to enhance your knowledge and strengthen your individual and collective advocacy comes with registration. \nBuild on your expertise and connections to join your state teams for Congressional meetings—virtual\, in-district\, and on the Hill! \nFor more information and updates\, visit www.naeyc.org/policy-forum.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/naeyc-2024-public-policy-forum/2024-02-25/
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